# Dash for Conestoga College students

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Checked: 2026-10-14

## Key dates at Conestoga

- Mon, Oct 26, 2026: Fall 2026 Student Success Week begins ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Sat, Oct 31, 2026: Fall 2026 Student Success Week ends ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Sun, Nov 15, 2026: Fall 2026 last day to drop a course without academic penalty for most courses ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/current-students/returning-students))
- Fri, Dec 11, 2026: Winter 2027 tuition fees due ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/paying-your-fees/payments-invoicing))
- Mon, Dec 14, 2026: Fall 2026 last week of term begins ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Sat, Dec 19, 2026: Fall 2026 last week of term ends ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Mon, Dec 21, 2026: Fall–winter intersession begins — no classes for most programs ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Fri, Jan 8, 2027: Fall–winter intersession ends ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Mon, Jan 11, 2027: Winter 2027 classes start ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))
- Tue, Jan 19, 2027: Winter 2027 last day to add a course for most programs ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office/academic-dates))

## Tools and offices

- Learning system: Brightspace (http://www.eConestoga.ca)
- Student portal: https://studentportal.conestogac.on.ca/StudentPortal/Reports/ReportRender.aspx
- Good2Talk — after-hours mental health support: Free 24-hour mental health support service for Ontario post-secondary students. (https://www.conestogac.on.ca/student-rights/faq)
- Immediate crisis and emergency support: If experiencing thoughts of suicide, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room. For an off-campus emergency, call 911 or go to a local hospital emergency department. (https://studentsuccess.conestogac.on.ca/health-and-wellness)
- Counselling Services: Free, confidential counselling by appointment for enrolled students living in Ontario, with in-person, virtual and telephone options. Email counselling@conestogac.on.ca from your college email. Same-day appointments may be available but are not guaranteed. (https://studentsuccess.conestogac.on.ca/health-and-wellness)
- Registrar's Office: Assistance with admissions, fees, enrolment, registration, credit transfer, student records, financial services, OSAP and awards. For timetables, course changes, elective registration and student forms, email studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca. (https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/registrar-office)
- Student Financial Services: Support with OSAP, out-of-province financial aid, apprenticeship loans, awards, scholarships, bursaries and work study. OSAP questions can be emailed to osap@conestogac.on.ca. (https://www.conestogac.on.ca/student-financial-services)
- Accessibility Hub: Students can book a test, request course notes, volunteer for notetaking, view advisor appointments and access accommodation letters. (https://it.conestogac.on.ca/support/yourportals)
- Accessible Learning — reduced tuition accommodation: Students with a documented permanent, persistent or prolonged disability who need a reduced course load as an accommodation may qualify for reduced tuition. Identify yourself with Accessible Learning and apply through your Accessibility Advisor. (https://www.conestogac.on.ca/admissions/paying-your-fees/payments-invoicing)
- IT Service Desk: Help with Condor ID and college systems. Email ITSDesk@conestogac.on.ca or call 519-748-5220 ext. 3444. Walk-in location: Doon 1E17. (https://lms.conestogac.on.ca/studentsupport/login/)

## About Conestoga

- Conestoga was founded in 1967 as Conestoga College of Applied Arts and Technology. ([source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conestoga_College))
- The college motto is “Transcend.” ([source](https://www-assets.conestogac.on.ca/documents/www/convocation/convocation-program-spring-2021.pdf))
- The coat of arms features three phoenix heads representing art and a central wheel symbolizing technology. ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/policies/coat-of-arms-policy))
- Doon’s Recreation Centre received an Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence Award in 2017. ([source](https://blogs1.conestogac.on.ca/news/2018/01/recreation_centre_open_to_the.php))
- The Student Recreation Centre offers multiple gymnasiums, a fitness centre and an indoor running track. ([source](https://reccentre.conestogac.on.ca/Home/About))
- Athletics and Recreation runs intramural sports, fitness classes, esports leagues and wellness workshops. ([source](https://reccentre.conestogac.on.ca/Home/About))
- Snacks & Chats helps students meet peers from around the world and practise conversational English. ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/student-engagement/get-involved))
- Free interactive Leadership Workshop Series sessions help students develop leadership skills. ([source](https://www.conestogac.on.ca/student-engagement/get-involved))
- Conestoga Students Inc. offers a shuttle for travel between campuses. ([source](https://www.conestogastudents.com/news/article/6013/How-To-Make-the-Best-Out-Of-Your-Campus/))

## Questions

### What learning system does Conestoga use?

Conestoga College uses Brightspace (econestoga.ca). Dash can read your courses and deadlines there once you sign in on Dash's secure page; Dash never sees your password.

### When is fall break at Conestoga?

Conestoga's fall break is Oct 26–31, according to the school's academic dates. Dash can text you a heads-up the week before.

### When is the last day to withdraw from a course at Conestoga?

Fall 2026 last day to drop a course without academic penalty for most courses (Sunday, November 15, 2026). Always confirm the deadline for your own courses with the registrar.

### When is the last day to add or drop courses at Conestoga?

Winter 2027 last day to add a course for most programs (Tuesday, January 19, 2027).

### How do I contact the registrar at Conestoga?

Registrar's Office: Assistance with admissions, fees, enrolment, registration, credit transfer, student records, financial services, OSAP and awards. For timetables, course changes, elective registration and student forms, email studentrecords@conestogac.on.ca.

### Where do I get financial aid help at Conestoga?

Student Financial Services: Support with OSAP, out-of-province financial aid, apprenticeship loans, awards, scholarships, bursaries and work study. OSAP questions can be emailed to osap@conestogac.on.ca.

### Is Dash affiliated with Conestoga College?

No. Dash is an independent AI sidekick made by Dash Inc. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Conestoga College.

### How do Conestoga students start using Dash?

Text Dash from textdash.ai and tell it you're at Conestoga. Dash sets you up over text right away, no app to download.